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Critics Praise Ford’s Return to Womenswear, Scorn Y-3’s ‘Déjà-Vu’ References“Among the misfires: velvet, biker chains, colossal harem pants and sexpot bustier and bra tops galore.”
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Best Bet: Dutch OttomansLiven up any room with this vividly printed cube.
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other critics
Critics Praise Wang’s All-White Looks, Wince at Posen’s Excess“It was Mardi Gras meets Red Light District colliding with 20s and 30s revue showgirls.”
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buyer’s guide
Is Creatures of Comfort the New Opening Ceremony?The sister store to the buzzy L.A. boutique opens in Soho next week.
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Best Bet: Les Khakis de ChanelThese military-tone nail polishes pair perfectly with the butterscotch hues of the fall collections.
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The New GirlMerge Opening Ceremony’s cache with Partners & Spade’s scavenged oddities, and you get Creatures of Comfort.
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Live From Fashion Week: See the Shows in Real TimeOur guide to where and when to watch the shows — from the comfort of your own home.
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New Kid Draws on Chinese and Italian Street StyleSelf-taught footwear designer Rachel Beagley focuses on offbeat, affordable flats.
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First Look: Inside the Piperlime Pop-upThe online retailer launches a month-long shop in Soho.
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Best Bet: Totes for the GulfThese designer-commissioned totes serve a greater purpose than schlepping your stuff.
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tastemakers
André Leon Talley Is Loving Grandfather Sweaters for FallThe ‘Vogue’ editor and ‘ANTM’ judge discusses Fashion’s Night Out: The Show, the sad state of red-carpet style, and his return to the tennis court.
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Fashion’s Night Out Ping-Pong Face-offFind out who’s been practicing with Chinese Olympians, who’s been carb-loading, and who plays dirty.
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fashion’s night out
Slideshow: 40 Things to Buy on Fashion’s Night OutIncluding exclusive Louboutins, 24-karat-gold-topped cookies, Karl Lagerfeld self-portraits, and more!
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Best Bet: Urbano WastebasketA cleverly designed trash can that’s ideal for small spaces.
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buyer’s guide
Scotch & Soda Brings Dutch Style to SohoThe casually chic brand opens its first U.S. flagship.
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fashion week preview
Nine Designers to Watch This Fashion WeekDiscover Hexa by Kuho, Sally LaPointe, and seven other rising stars this Fashion Week.
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fashion week preview
The Ultimate Guide to Lincoln CenterA handy map to all your Fashion Week essentials, from booze to Band-Aids.
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Best Bet: Nars Pure Matte LipstickThese rich, berry shades bring back the power pout for fall.
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Best Bet: Triangle-Print JacketThis slouchy fleece jacket sports a starkly cool print.
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Do This: An Abnormal Night OutHead-spinning though it may be, the annual Fashion’s Night Out (September 10) does offer some cool exclusives.
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talent scout
Kaelen’s Spring 2011 Collection Was Inspired by ChaosThe up-and-coming designer will unveil her second collection during Fashion Week.
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tastemakers
Gaby Basora Loves a Good Fashion ‘Don’t’The print-happy Tucker designer discusses her upcoming Target collaboration.
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Best Bet: Kai-aakmann’s Draped Jersey SkirtThough it’s made of effortless, wrinkleproof jersey, this skirt looks gracefully elegant.
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buyer’s guide
Slideshow: Repetto x Opening Ceremony Shoe ShopYou’ll find more than 100 styles, including exclusive animal prints and patent-leather booties.
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Best Bet: Boscia’s Black MaskThis peel-off clay mask draws out impurities and blackhead-causing gunk.
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Best Bet: Flutter by Jill Golden NecklaceThis chic gold spike necklace complements a range of outfits.
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talent scout
Musette Hits Soho in Five-Inch PlatformsThe Romanian footwear brand launches its New York flagship on Friday.
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tastemakers
Michael Bastian Is Bringing His Lucky Penny to Fashion WeekThe Gant designer discusses his lacrosse-inspired fall collection, American style misses, and dressing the Gant man’s girlfriend.
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Best Bet: Little Black PumpsThese latticed leather heels spice up the classic silhouette.
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First Look: Dolce Vita’s New Men’s Collection, J.D. FiskThe downtown footwear brand known for studded heels introduces men’s shoes.
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Best Bet: A Season-Spanning JacketThis convertible cotton jacket can be worn several ways.
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The Pop-up PlannerWhen and where to find the season’s transient storefronts.
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There Goes Your SaturdayBarneys takes Brooklyn, Moncler plants a flagship, and nineteen more promising new shops.
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Best Bet: A Sleeker PonytailThis styling lotion makes ponytails look runway-ready.
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Best Bet: Petite Ombré BagsStash your basics in versatile black-and-white pouches.
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talent scout
Stencils and Quilts Inspire Serial Cultura’s Dizzying Digital PrintsThe Cali designer’s graphic pieces will be stocked at Oak, Convent, and more this fall.
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Best Bet: Rumba Time WatchesThese flexible, bracelet-like watches are fit for the treadmill or beach.
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buyer’s guide
Find Hand-Dyed Silk, Jersey, and Chiffon at HengstThe San Francisco designer brings her luxurious designs to the East Village.
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Best Bet: Crude Lip BalmsThese all-natural, Brooklyn-made balms come in sixteen shades.
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Trendlet: “Less Beer Kegs, More Scotch”New man-centric design shops reach beyond the usual bachelor-pad décor.
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talent scout
Bali Label Shakuhachi Lands at Urban OutfittersThe ten-year-old label launches a capsule collection at the chain this month.
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Best Bet: Rorschach CoastersThis inkblot-print set is an attractive table-topper.
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tastemakers
Nina Garcia Wants to Be Your ‘Stylist Fairy Godmother’The ‘Marie Claire’ fashion director and ‘Project Runway’ judge dishes on her new book.
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Best Bet: Raw-Cut RingsThese conical rings are topped with raw sapphires.
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behind the scenes
Video: See Custom Jeans Made From ScratchRalph Lauren and Levi Strauss designer Loren Cronk walks us through the artisanal process.
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